May 31st Potluck

I hope you've enjoyed the warmth & sunshine on Memorial Day. Let's hope that the summer weather is here to stay, and let's celebrate it with a potluck! We'll meet at the Shelleys' house (2125 N Summit in Wheaton) at 7pm tomorrow night (Tuesday May 31st) to eat, catch up on life, and perhaps play a game or two. Bring a dish to share, and we'll see you there!

May 24th Update

Tonight we'll be meeting at Jill & Heather's house (460 Sunnybrook in Wheaton), rather than at the Shelleys'. We'll see you at 7:30pm! See the blog post below for more details.

May 24th: Leave Boldly

Hello 20somethings,

May is flying by, and we're entering our 4th week of the "31 Days to Really Live" discussion. This Sunday at Parkview, Ray preached a message on how to Leave Boldly. Check out the audio at http://parkviewcommunity.com/onemonthstudy if you missed it. There's an analogy in there between country music and Ray dancing in a tutu ... you don't wanna miss it. Please join us at the Shelleys' house (2125 N Summit in Wheaton) at 7:30pm for a great discussion! Also, remember that next Tuesday will be potluck, and June 15th we're going BOWLING...stay tuned for details!

PS - the email list has been whittled down to only those who updated their info at this website. If you'd like to be added, please fill out the survey!

Week 4: Leave Boldly
Read: Psalm 90:12; 2 Timothy 4:6-8
Discussion Questions:

1. As the Apostle Paul approached the end of his life, he describes himself as “being poured out like a drink offering,” i.e., his life was given fully in worship of God. As you reflect on your life, in what ways are you „pouring‟ yourself out for God?
2. Paul’s use of the word “departure” tells us something about how he viewed death. Based on your view, what word might you use?
3. Using boxing imagery, Paul describes his life [fought the good fight]. Do you connect with this imagery? How has your experience reflected such a struggle?
4. Read 2 Timothy 4:8 again. Since we don’t know what tomorrow brings, do you feel prepared to receive “the crown of righteousness?”
5. As Christians, for the most part, do we “long for his [Jesus’] appearing” as Paul says? Do you long for his appearing? Why or why not?

“The greatest use of life is to spend it on something that will outlast it.” – William James

May 17th Small Group + Updates

Hi 20somethings,

If you haven't yet updated your contact info here, go do it right now! Starting next week, the email addresses in that database will receive our weekly email updates.

Also, if you're reading this on Sunday before 7:30pm, please join us at Tom's house (764 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn) tonight for (indoor) games. Bring a game and/or snacks!

On Tuesday night, we'll continue our discussion of Parkview's "31 Days to Really Live" series with the topic Purposeful Action. If you don't go to Parkview or weren't able to be there on Sunday, you're welcome to check out the audio of Ray's sermon at http://parkviewcommunity.org/onemonthstudy. Please take a minute to read through the passages below and reflect on the discussion questions before Tuesday, when we'll meet at 7:30pm at The Shelleys' House (2125 N Summit, Wheaton).

Read: Psalm 90:12, Exodus 8:9-10; Matt 7:21-23; 2 Corinthians 6:1-2; Hebrews 3:15
Discussion Questions:

1. In the gray areas of life, we sometimes wonder if a decision is "OK or not OK?" vs "Is it wise?" What decisions have you faced where the best course of action was more about wisdom than clear cut right or wrong? Did you apply wisdom and, if so, how?
2. When faced with the decision to submit to and obey God, Pharaoh uttered the word, "tomorrow". Are there areas in your life in which you are applying the same word?
3. Good intentions are one thing, purposeful actions are another. Can you identify some matters in your life where you are filled with good intentions? What purposeful actions are you avoiding? Why?
4. In Matthew 7:21-23, Jesus tells of a day when people will stand before him claiming to be followers and he will say, "I never knew you. Away from me." What is that about?
5. When relationships start to get serious, there is often the Define The Relationship (DTR) conversation. What would a DTR talk be like between you and God?
6. Are there any purposeful actions you need to take in your spiritual life? What will keep you from moving forward with them?

Finally, please save these dates & invite your friends to these summer 20somethings events!

• Friday June 17th, 9pm, bowling
• Saturday July 23rd, 6 Flags!

May 3rd: Live Passionately!

On Tuesday nights this month, we'll be participating in Parkview's "31 Days to Really Live" series. If you don't go to Parkview or weren't able to be there on Sunday, you're welcome to check out the audio of Ray's sermon at http://parkviewcommunity.org/onemonthstudy. Please take a minute to read through the passages below and reflect on the discussion questions before Tuesday, when we'll meet at 7:30pm at The Shelleys' House (2125 N Summit, Wheaton) to talk about what it means to LIVE PASSIONATELY.

Also, we need to do some spring cleaning to our 20somethings contact info. If you want to be included in the group's directory and put on our email list, please respond by filling out this form within the next two weeks.

Finally, please save these dates & invite your friends to these summer 20somethings events!

• Sunday May 15th, 7:30pm, bonfire at Tom's house (behind the church)
  
• Friday June 17th, 9pm, bowling
• Saturday July 23rd, 6 Flags!

For Tuesday Night 5/3:
Passages

• Psalm 90:12, John 10:10, 2 Corinthians 6:1, James 4:13-14, Romans 12:9-21
  

Discussion Questions

• Would you say you're living life passionately? If so, how? If not, what would it look like if you did?
• What is paralyzing you & holding you back?
• Are you doing anything in life that requires faith?
• What consumes most of your time & thoughts during the day?
• Are there areas of your life you want to change but are struggling to do so?
• What are you clinging to that you need to let go of in order to move forward?